Guest in Japanese

"guest" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.

客

kyaku

2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "guest". The most common choice is shown first.

客

Top pick

guest, visitor, customer, client

Reading: kyaku

9 strokes

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Where it comes from

Composed of roof and each. Each person coming to house.

What it carries

Guest, passenger, customer. Represents visitors.

Related kanji for "guest"

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for guest?

The most common kanji for "guest" is 客, read as kyaku. It means guest, visitor, customer. Related kanji: 賓 (guest).

How many strokes does 客 have?

客 has 9 strokes.